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  Mortality

  Anonimo

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  On June 8, 2010, while on a book tour for his bestselling memoir, Hitch-22, Christopher Hitchens was stricken in his New York hotel room with excruciating pain in his chest and thorax. As he would later write in the first of a series of award-winning columns for Vanity Fair, he suddenly found himself being deported "from the country of the well across the stark frontier that marks off the land of malady." Over the next eighteen months, until his death in Houston on December 15, 2011, he wrote constantly and brilliantly on politics and culture, astonishing readers with his capacity for superior work even in extremis.  Throughout the course of his ordeal battling esophageal cancer, Hitchens adamantly and bravely refused the solace of religion, preferring to confront death with both eyes open. In this riveting account of his affliction, Hitchens poignantly describes the torments of illness, discusses its taboos, and explores how disease transforms experience and changes our relationship to the world around us. By turns personal and philosophical, Hitchens embraces the full panoply of human emotions as cancer invades his body and compels him to grapple with the enigma of death.Mortality is the exemplary story of one man's refusal to cower in the face of the unknown, as well as a searching look at the human predicament. Crisp and vivid, veined throughout with penetrating intelligence, Hitchens's testament is a courageous and lucid work of literature, an affirmation of the dignity and worth of man.

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  Building a History - The Lego Group

  Sarah Herman

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  The story of these beloved bricks and the people who built an empire with them.   From its inception in the early 1930s right up until today, the LEGO Group’s history is as colorful as the toys it makes. Few other playthings share the LEGO brand’s creative spirit, educational benefits, resilience, quality, and universal appeal. This history charts the birth of the LEGO Group from the workshop of a Danish carpenter and its steady growth as a small, family-run toy manufacturer to its current position as a market-leading, award-winning brand. The company’s growing catalogue of products—including the earliest wooden toys, plastic bricks, play themes and other building systems such as DUPLO, Technic, and MINDSTORMS—are chronicled in detail, alongside the manufacturing process, LEGOLAND parks, licensed toys, and computer games.   Learn all about how LEGO pulled itself out of an economic crisis and embraced technology to make building blocks relevant to twenty-first century children, and discover the vibrant fan community of kids and adults whose conventions, websites, and artwork keep the LEGO spirit alive. Building a History will have you reminiscing about old Classic Space sets, rummaging through the attic for forgotten minifigure friends, and playing with whatever LEGO bricks you can get your hands on (even if it means sharing with your kids).

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  Tyrant King and Savior's Mother:...

  Oliver Draycott

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  Tyrant King and Savior's Mother: A Tale of Ancient Conflict 
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  Are you eager to delve into a gripping saga of power, resilience, and enduring hope through the ages? 
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  The Rebel Romanov - Julie of...

  Helen Rappaport

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  In 1795, Catherine the Great of Russia was in search of a bride for her grandson Constantine, who stood third in line to her throne. In an eerie echo of her own story, Catherine selected an innocent young German princess, Julie of Saxe-Coburg, aunt of the future Queen Victoria. Though Julie had everything a young bride could wish for, she was alone in a court dominated by an aging empress and riven with rivalries, plotting, and gossip—not to mention her brute of a husband. She longed to leave Russia and her disastrous marriage, but her family in Germany refused to allow her to do so. 
   
   
   
  Finally, Tsar Alexander granted her permission to leave in 1801, even though her husband was now heir to the throne. Rootless in Europe, Julie gave birth to two—possibly three—illegitimate children, all of whom she was forced to give up for adoption. Despite entreaties from Constantine to return and provide an heir, she refused, eventually finding love with her own married physician. 
   
   
   
  At a time when many royal brides meekly submitted to disastrous marriages, Julie proved to be a woman ahead of her time, sacrificing her reputation and a life of luxury in exchange for the freedom to live as she wished. The Rebel Romanov is the inspiring tale of a bold woman who, until now, has been ignored by history.

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  The Comanche Perspective - A New...

  Davis Truman

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  “The Comanche Perspective” illuminates one of the most infamous events in early Texas history—the Council House Fight. Traditionally portrayed through a narrow, one-sided lens, this book challenges the conventional narrative by exploring the complex web of cultural misunderstandings and mounting tensions between the Penateka Comanche and the Texians. Drawing on diverse perspectives and in-depth research, it reveals how mutual distrust and hostility led to the tragic clash on March 19, 1840. By shedding light on the shared responsibilities and deep-seated grievances that fueled this violent encounter, “The Comanche Perspective” provides a fresh and balanced understanding of a crucial moment in the history of the American frontier.

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  Codependent Workbook - A...

  Victoria Stone

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  Liberate Your Soul: The Codependent Workbook 
  Discover the transformative power within as you embark on an empowering journey with "The Codependent Workbook." This comprehensive 11-step guide is your roadmap to breaking free from the chains of codependency and embracing a life of self-love, healing, and personal liberation. 
  Within the pages of this remarkable workbook, you will unravel the intricacies of codependency and learn to dismantle the patterns that have held you captive. Through insightful exercises, thought-provoking prompts, and practical techniques, you'll navigate the depths of your emotional wounds, laying the foundation for profound healing and growth. 
  Step by step, you'll develop a newfound sense of self-worth, untangle yourself from the web of people-pleasing, and reclaim your personal power. Discover the beauty of setting healthy boundaries, nurturing your own needs, and cultivating authentic relationships built on mutual respect and genuine connection. 
  Whether you've struggled with codependency for years or have just begun to unravel its hold on your life, this workbook will empower you to embark on a path of self-empowerment and personal freedom. Embrace the power within, heal your emotional wounds, and emerge as the strong, resilient, and self-loving individual you were always meant to be. 
  It's time to break free from the chains of codependency, step into your authentic self, and live a life where your needs and dreams take center stage. "The Codependent Workbook" is your guide to reclaiming your life, one transformative step at a time.

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